CDC Color Codes for Cruises
The CDC has created a color-coding system for cruise ships operating in U.S. waters, based upon daily submission of data.
Cruising Returns to Alaska
Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas became the first large cruise ship to sail into Alaska waters and officially end the state’s nearly two-year cruise drought.
3 Cruise Lines: New Ships & Itineraries
From new ships to new itineraries, the cruise industry is gearing up for a restart.
Here's the latest news from 3 cruise lines used by meeting and incentive groups.
Hurtigruten Expeditions
Starting January 2022, Hurtigruten Expeditions will...
4 Major Cruise Lines To Set Sail
The world watched last weekend as the first major cruise ship open to North Americans—the Celebrity Millennium—set sail from St. Maarten.
Alaska Cruises Are Back
The U.S. Congress has passed a new law—the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act—allowing Alaska cruises to sail in Alaska this summer.
The legislation temporarily relieves Alaska cruises of the Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA) restrictions for...
Cruise Lines Ready to Resume Operations, Says CLIA
With enhanced health and safety protocols in place, cruise line advocates say it’s time for U.S. groups to take to the sea again. All they need is to get the green light from U.S....
CDC: U.S. Cruise Industry Could Restart Soon
Cruise industry leaders are encouraged by a letter sent by the CDC saying it is committed to restarting U.S. passenger operations by mid-summer.
Crystal to Require Vaccine
Crystal is now requiring all guests to be fully inoculated with a COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to their cruise.
Canada Ban Impacts Alaska Cruises
The Government of Canada has announced a one-year ban on cruise vessels sailing in Canadian waters, impacting Alaska cruise itineraries.
Seabourn Digital Targets MICE
Seabourn has added enhanced web content aimed at providing information to prospective charter, incentive, meeting and group travel clients.
Celebrity Crew Makes History
For the first time in maritime history, an all-female bridge and onboard leadership team aboard Celebrity Edge set sail to commemorate International Women’s Day.
7 Cruise Trends for 2020
One of the biggest cruise trends this year is an itinerary based on destinations that are the more unusual and faraway, the better.
Incentive Winners Shake for Champagne On the Scarlet Lady
For those incentive winners gathered aboard the Scarlet Lady, slated to launch next year, a boutique-style, mid-sized 2,770-passenger ship that will be adults only and buffet free, who want a glass of champagne, all they have to do is shake their phone.
Expedition Cruises Are a Unique Option for Meetings and Incentives
Small-boat expedition cruising is on the rise as travelers seek to visit remote locations in the most sustainable way possible.
